Well, it's the "post- Christmas" blog update. I just finished reorganizing Lucy's closet to fit all of her new to toys in and I put most of her old toys away. No more play mats and swings- now it's jumpers and walkers! She got some really cute toys from her cousins/Aunts/Uncles/Grandparents/Parents. She definitely got spoiled :) And I know Christmas is not just about the presents, but it is so much fun to watch her discover and play with her new-found treasures. I would like to say, though, that Shawn and I did go to Church throughout the month of December so that we could remember Christ and His birth and how He saved us all. The Virgin Mary, Joseph and the little Stable where Jesus was born truly is a remarkable story, and I love to re-hear it every year. Now that I have a baby, I cry every time I hear "Away in a Manger." I can't even believe the faith and courage Mary must have had while carrying Jesus Christ! It is truly amazing! Shawn and I are so blessed to both have faith in the Lord and know that Christmas is a time to celebrate His birth!
Not only do I love the story of the Birth, but I just love everything about Christmas- the lights, the music, the snow, the generosity of strangers, (and yes, the presents!) and just the holiday cheer that is felt everywhere you go. It truly is "the most wonderful time of the year." Here are some pictures of Lucy on Christmas morning, playing with her new loot!
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| Santa brought the Princess her Little Red Piano! |
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| And a cute Elephant to play on :) |
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| Her Walker that she can use...soon! |
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| So much fun! |
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| From Ninny and Papa |
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| She always makes this face, and I love it every time! |
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| Her baby fridge from Grammy and PawPaw |
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| Playing piano with her pretty red nails :) |
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| More play-time! :) |
Also, we were able to spend Christmas Eve at the Howard's! The kids all had so much fun together, and I loved making delicious appetizers with my sister and celebrating the holiday with my cute niece and nephews! We LOOOOOVE the Howards! And they love Lucy!
I truly hope that everyone had a wonderful Christmas and had as much fun as we all did. We love and miss you all.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
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| Christmas Eve! |
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| Pretty Christmas outfit! |
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| Hanging out with KJ |
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| I love my Lucy Baby |
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| Us <3 |
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| The girls! |
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| The cute cousins! |
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| Christmas Eve Dinner :) |
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| The kids in their Christmas PJs |
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| They LOVE Lucy |
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| I love these guys :) | | | |
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| Dan looks funny in the background. Haha, Tiff looks gorgeous! |
She is THE CUTEST LITTLE GIRL IN THE WORLD!!!! She will be musical just like her mama! I love that she sings along to music when you play the piano! Thanks for spending your Christmas Eve with us! We love the Gilley family. :)
ReplyDeleteLooks like the little princess had an amazing first Christmas! Lucy sure does have a good life :)
ReplyDeleteI love you guys!!